Overcommitting can be a subtle way we abandon ourselves. Here’s how I made subtle tweaks to honor my limits and protect my energy.

AI rendering of the Lower Realm grotto from my first shamanic journeying—a waterfall, a healing pool, and a sacred space of comfort and renewal. I was first introduced to shamanic journeying through the Sweetwater Ashram. We learned about shamans in broad strokes and the long history of their practice. I instantly noticed the similarities across culture, across continents, across centuries. For me, those common threads land as a quiet certainty: this way of seeing and healin

A shaman’s mesa, created with intention, serves as a sacred space where physical representations of the elements and directions come together to anchor our practices, support journeying, and deepen our connection with the unseen. The word “shaman” has its origins in ancient Siberia and is often translated as “seer”. Over time, it has been used to describe the medicine men or women of various tribes. Many indigenous cultures across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Australia hav

Spending time in nature can be deeply grounding for the spirit. From quiet moments outside to the simple act of hugging a tree, this reflection explores how getting outdoors helps you slow down, reconnect, and feel more present.

Tho I may not have a lot of things figured out. What I know, know in my soul, is I am on this Journey of Healing and Learning. And I have a lot to offer. I may not be perfect. I may still have flare-ups – even flare-ups that last 3 weeks! And when I come out of them, I will continue learning. I will continue my shamanic practices. I will share my gifts with others. I will share my knowledge with others. I will see the good in others and be like a mirror to reflect that goodne